Explore the Case, One Step at a Time: Uncover the Facts
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Not everyone speaks “court language,” so this section breaks the documents into simple categories.
This page organizes the key documents from Gezo Edwards’ case so you can understand what happened without needing a legal background.
Each section explains what the document is and why it matters.
Jury Instructions
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What it is:
The directions given to the jury before they decided the verdict.
Why it matters:
These pages show how “knowledge” of the illegal substance was defined — and how the wording may have misled the jury.
McFadden vs United States
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What it is:
A Supreme Court ruling on what “knowledge” means in drug-related cases.
Why it matters:
This case is the legal standard. Comparing it to the instructions given at trial reveals major inconsistencies.
An example indictment
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What it is:
The formal charges made against Gezo Edwards.
Why it matters:
Shows what the government claimed he knew and intended and sets the foundation for whether the case was handled correctly.
​Credible Proffer
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What it is:
A detailed breakdown written by an English teacher and a Communication major who reviewed the documents.
Why it matters:
This is an unbiased outside reading of the case, explaining in plain English where the language, logic, or law fell apart.
What they are:
Your dad’s letter to the Senator, the Senator’s reply, and your dad’s follow-up response.
Why they matter:
These letters show how he explained the issue in his own words, how the Senator’s office understood the situation, and where communication broke down. They help you see the human side of the case; a family trying to seek clarity and accountability through official channels.